Legal News 06/2010 (Page 12)

Lawyer Harry Roque, who represents the kin of the victims of the November 2009 Maguindanao Massacre , has said that the Ampatuan family might be connected to the killing of Suwaid Upham, who came forward claiming to be one of the perpetrators of the massacre and was set to testify in the ongoing investigation. read more...(Jun 27, 2010)

Rainier OKs city attorney contract without insurance

The city of Rainier no longer will pay for City Attorney StevePetersen's health insurance.(Jun 27, 2010)

Candidate for St. Charles County prosecuting attorney to lose driver's license

Michael E. Carter, a candidate for St. Charles County prosecuting attorney, has lost his Department of Revenue hearing for refusing to take a Breathalyzer test in December and will lose his driver's license for a year.(Jun 28, 2010)

Erica Perez In the first of several planned Senate hearings investigating the for-profit education industry last week, a former supervising deputy in the California attorney general's office testified that, based on her experience in California, consumer abuses in proprietary schools are among the most egregious in any industry and will require "stronger, tougher regulations than the Department ...(Jun 28, 2010)

A lawyers ordeal

Lawyer Alan Paguia paid a steep price for criticizing the Supreme Court over its 2001 verdict recognizing the legitimacy of President Gloria Macapagal Arroyos takeover of the government as constitutional successor to deposed President Joseph Estrada.(Jun 28, 2010)

L.A. City Attorneys Office Hates to Go Outside

The Los Angeles City Attorneys Office received another $1 million in funding for outside counsel earlier this month, but business has actually been shrinking for local law firms wanting to work with the city.(Jun 28, 2010)

Still being sought for questioning about the slaying of his ex-wife in Denville, Anthony F. Novellino has been charged with threatening to harm his ex-spouse's divorce lawyer.(Jun 28, 2010)

Mandeville's city attorney booted out

Mandeville Mayor Donald Villere confirmed this week, David Cressy will cease to be the city attorney as of next month, and Edward Deano will likely succeed him in the position.(Jun 28, 2010)

FESTIVAL/CRUISE: Attorney General Investigates Lollapalooza

Local promoters struggle with "radius clauses" preventing acts from playing competing shows The Illinois attorney general's office is reportedly investigating Lollapalooza, the Chicago rock festival featuring Lady Gaga, Arcade Fire and Soundgarden, on antitrust grounds. As Rolling Stone first reported early this month, like Coachella, Bonnaroo and others, Lollapalooza has a "radius clause ...(Jun 28, 2010)

Lawyer gets distress call about police raid at worksite

KUALA LUMPUR: A distress call from a source saying that the police had conducted a raid at the Istana Negara construction site in Jalan Duta was received by Human Right lawyer N. Surendran.(Jun 28, 2010)

Unfair to charge minors with statutory rape, says lawyer

PETALING JAYA, Malaysia: Minors engaging in consensual sex should not be charged with statutory rape. Lawyer Datuk Yasmeen Shariff, who practises family law, said it was unfair to charge a boy aged below 16 with rape when both had consented to having a sexual relationship.(Jun 28, 2010)

Lawyer to seek bail release for "red-shirts" leader

A "red-shirt" lawyer said on Monday that he is going to appeal with Thailand's Criminal Court to release leading opposition Pheu Thai Party (PT) candidate Kokaew Pikultong temporarily to enable him to campaign for the Bangkok by-election on July 25, the Nation online reported. The court will be asked to either let Kokaew come out of the prison one or two days a week to campaign, or to release ...(Jun 28, 2010)

Syracuse defense lawyer offers client "effective" assistance in court

Laurin HaddadSyracuse, NY - Stanley Castor seemed to be doing his best to make defense lawyer Laurin Haddads morning miserable. Facing between seven and 15 years in prison if convicted of burglarizing the DeWitt home of an elderly woman in...(Jun 28, 2010)

USA-Bankruptcy-Guide.com announces an exciting new bankruptcy marketing option for bankruptcy professionals with the launch of its innovative USA Bankruptcy Lawyer Directory.(Jun 28, 2010)

Lawyer links killers of massacre witness to Ampatuans

A lawyer of the families of the victims in the Maguindanao massacre on Monday linked the Ampatuan clan to the killing of self-confessed gunman and possible witness "Jessie".(Jun 28, 2010)

Sherwood attorney-soldier gives up command

On June 19 during ceremonies at Fort Chaffee, Lt. Col. Damon N. Cluck of Sherwood pulled the lanyard for the Arkansas Nationals Guards last firing of its M102 towed howitzer on the ranges of the western Arkansas military training camp. The firing marked the end of an era for the unit he has commanded the last few years the 39th Brigades 1st Battalion, 206 Field Artillery.(Jun 28, 2010)

Pakistan: 5 Americans appeal terror convictions

The defense lawyer for five Americans convicted of plotting terrorist attacks and sentenced to 10 years in jail in Pakistan says he has filed an appeal. Pakistan - Terrorism - Warfare and Conflict - War on Terrorism - United States(Jun 28, 2010)

Baltimore County politician, lawyer Louis L. DePazzo Sr. dies

Baltimore County politician and lawyer known for practical jokes and straight talk Louis Laurence DePazzo Sr., a former state delegate and Baltimore County councilman whose characteristic candor helped make and then break his political career, died Friday of cancer at the Stella Maris hospice-care facility in Timonium. He was 77.(Jun 28, 2010)

Mel Gibson - Gibsons Lawyer Slams Grigorievas Claims

MEL GIBSON's lawyer has slammed OKSANA GRIGORIEVA's claims the BRAVEHEART star was "cruel" towards her during their union and is failing to pay child maintenance for...(Jun 28, 2010)

Mel Gibson's lawyer Stephen Kolodny has accused the actor's ex-girlfriend Oksana Grigorieva of inventing allegations the star was violent towards her in order to keep custody of their eight-month-old daughter Lucia.(Jun 28, 2010)

US Senate approves US Attorney for central Ill.

SPRINGFIELD, Ill. (AP) A longtime federal prosecutor has been named the new U.S. attorney for the Central District of Illinois. The 69-year-old has been both an assistant U.S. attorney and chief of the civil division for more than 25 years.(Jun 28, 2010)

Cuccinelli announces $173 million settlement in computer chip case

Attorney General Ken Cuccinelli today announced a $173 million settlement with six international manufacturers of computer chips. The settlement resolved claims that the companies engaged in a price-fixing arrangement that cost government purchasers and consumers millions of dollars in overcharges for their chips. Cuccinelli and 32 other state attorneys general ...(Jun 28, 2010)

ISLAMABAD (AP) The defense lawyer for five Americans convicted of plotting terrorist attacks and sentenced to 10 years in jail in Pakistan says he has filed an appeal.(Jun 28, 2010)

Assistant state's attorney Britt released from hospital

SALISBURY -- A 34-year-old Wicomico County assistant state's attorney who was hospitalized following a fatal vehicle crash has been released, according to hospital personnel on Monday.(Jun 28, 2010)

Local Lawyer Gets Creative With Landscapes

A local lawyer is hoping for success at his latest exhibition.Russell Layton is showcasing his new collection of landscapes at the Arts Centre.His work will be on display for the next two weeks.His last exhibition three years ago was a sell out.Russell says his work captures Jerseys ever changing environment.(Jun 28, 2010)

A lawyer of the families of the victims in the Maguindanao massacre on Monday linked the Ampatuan clan to the killing of self-confessed gunman and possible witness "Jessie". Suspects are known to be employees of the Ampatuans, said lawyer Harry Roque, who represents families of slain journalists in what is considered as the Philippines" worst, single-day, election-related violence.(Jun 28, 2010)

The DEA's Pot-Grower Problem

Last year Attorney General Eric Holder Jr. vowed to end federal raids on sellers of medical marijuana. But the feds are leaning on another integral part of the weed business: growers.(Jun 28, 2010)

Salt Lake City attorney is regents chairman

SALT LAKE CITY (AP) Salt Lake City attorney David Jordan has been elected chairman of the Utah Board of Regents. Jordan was elected by fellow regents last week for a two-year term.(Jun 28, 2010)

Lawyer lends hand to chronicle Jewish history

Managing Editor HARDING TWP. - It was 1890, and the great Jewish immigration from Europe to the New York area had begun.(Jun 28, 2010)

Mel Gibson's Lawyer: Oksana Made Abuse Story Up

Mel Gibson's lawyer claims Oksana Grigorieva is making up horrible stories about Mel because she's having buyer's remorse over a custody agreement she signed.(Jun 28, 2010)

AJC: Attorney General's office probing spa development

YOUNG HARRIS - The Atlanta Journal-Constitution says the Georgia attorney general's office is looking into the finances of the agency that oversees the state's Brasstown Valley Resort after a plan to add a spa turned into a $2.6 million project.(Jun 28, 2010)

Gibson's lawyer slams his ex-girlfriend's allegations

Actor Mel Gibson's lawyer has slammed the claims of his ex-girlfriend Oksana Grigorieva branding them as 'sensational allegations'.(Jun 28, 2010)

A prosperous lawyer aids China's migrant workers

Liu Pifeng is a wealthy man. The founder of a prosperous corporate law firm in this provincial capital, he drives the sort of black Chrysler sedan that proclaims personal success in China.(Jun 28, 2010)

Attorney for ex-N.O. cop: Others killed Glover

His lawyer alleges officer's colleagues have left him to take the blame(Jun 28, 2010)

Gibson's lawyer slams ex's claims

Mel Gibson's lawyer has slammed Oksana Grigorieva's claims the Braveheart star was "cruel" towards her during their union.(Jun 28, 2010)

A prosperous lawyer aids China's migrant workers

Liu Pifeng, the wealthy founder of a law firm, spends part of his time defending the rights of China's poorest: migrant workers. His ultimate goal is to fix China's faulty legal system.(Jun 28, 2010)

Attorney David Boies Talks About Prop 8 Case, Gay Marriage

David Boies is one of the lead attorneys in the suit against Proposition 8, the California initiative barring same-sex marriage. He is part of a legal-political odd couple, joined by Theodore Olson, his opponent in the 2000 Bush v. Gore case (and later George W. Bush's solicitor general).(Jun 28, 2010)

Mel Gibson's Lawyer Lashes Out: Oksana Is "Deceitful"

He claims her "sensational allegations" against the actor are only hurting the welfare of their chil[...](Jun 28, 2010)

Gibson's lawyer slams Grigorieva's claims

Mel Gibson's lawyer has slammed Oksana Grigorieva's claims the Braveheart star was "cruel" towards her during their union and is failing to pay child maintenance for their daughter - branding them "sensational allegations".(Jun 28, 2010)

Q&A With Pakistani Lawyer Asma Jahangir

Pakistan and its problems remain at the center of world attention. Leading Pakistani human-rights lawyer Asma Jahangir talks about the chances for change in her fractious homeland.(Jun 28, 2010)

Attorney General warns of potential Medicare rebate scams

Attorney General Martha Coakley cautioned Medicare beneficiaries to be aware of potential scams that could arise in connection with the $250 rebate check being issued by Medicare.(Jun 28, 2010)

AJC: Attorney General office probing spa development

YOUNG HARRIS, Ga. (AP) The Atlanta Journal-Constitution says the Georgia attorney general's office is looking into the finances of the agency that oversees the state's Brasstown Valley Resort aft...(Jun 28, 2010)

Salt Lake City attorney is regents chairman

Salt Lake City attorney David Jordan has been elected chairman of the Utah Board of Regents for a two-year term.(Jun 28, 2010)